Boisset Family Estates Purchases Raymond Vineyard & Cellar Napa winery joins prestigious family-owned collection of wineries from diverse terroirs August 10, 2009 - ST. HELENA, CA - Boisset Family Estates, a leading family-owned producer and importer of fine wines based in Sausalito, CA, today announced its purchase of Raymond Vineyard & Cellar from Kirin Holdings Company, LTD. of Japan. It is Boisset's first winery acquisition in the Napa Valley, one of the premier wine regions of the world, and includes all the estate vineyards as well as the winery, hospitality and production facilities. Raymond Vineyard & Cellar expands Boisset's collection of historical and unique wineries, joining a diverse and balanced portfolio that began in Burgundy, France in 1961 and now includes more than twenty wineries in Burgundy, Beaujolais, the Rhône Valley, the South of France, Canada, and California. "We are thrilled to build upon the rich legacy and deep family roots of the Raymond family in Napa Valley, and we look forward to continuing their tradition of family values" says Jean-Charles Boisset, President of Boisset Family Estates. "They have been pioneers in Napa with a great history and fabulous commitment to the region. The family's passion, continuity through five generations, and continued involvement truly excited us, along with their solid reputation for wines with marvelous balance and excellent value. They were an integral part of crafting the phenomenal reputation of the Napa Valley. The Raymond family has a great sense of pride and commitment to maintaining the tradition that has been handed down for over 130 years and five generations. They view the partnership with Boisset as an opportunity to cement their heritage while building for the next generation's future. According to Krisi Raymond, newly-promoted Vice President of Raymond Vineyard & Cellar, "The wine business is in my blood and is really a labor of love for me. I am excited about the future of Raymond and look forward to sharing this passion with my children!" Walter Raymond, President and Winemaker of Raymond Vineyard & Cellar, sees great potential in the partnership with Jean-Charles Boisset and the entire Boisset Family Estates team: "Jean-Charles is a very energetic and innovative force in the wine industry today - we are both pleased to have this opportunity to work together!" Raymond Vineyard is an ideal complement to Boisset's diverse, terroir-oriented fine wine portfolio: each house in Boisset's family of wineries has a unique history, identity, style, and appellation focus, yet all are united in the pursuit of superior quality. Many of Boisset's wineries, like Raymond, were built on the strength of long family histories, including Bouchard Aîné & Fils, Mommessin, J. Moreau & Fils, Ropiteau Frères, Lyeth Estate, and DeLoach Vineyards. Important to the Raymond family, in addition to Boisset's family ownership, terroir-oriented philosophy, and pursuit of quality, was Boisset's philosophy of stewardship for its vineyards. Boisset's estate vineyards are all farmed organically or biodynamically: "We don't impose our rhythm on Nature," says Boisset. "The key is to listen, respect and live within Her." Reflecting on the importance of vineyard practices, Craig Raymond, Vineyard Manager, believes that "without high quality fruit our winemakers cannot produce great wines. I appreciate the commitment that the Boisset family has made to sustainable, organic, and biodynamic farming practices in the family's vineyards and look forward to collaborating with them in the future." In harmony with its long-term outlook, Boisset Family Estates has a grand vision for the future of its first Napa winery: "We believe that we will help build on Raymond's strong reputation and great history to create one of the signature landmarks of the Napa Valley," says Boisset. "We will seek to always enhance the terroir approach, continually striving to improve the vineyards and winemaking techniques while respecting its unique style and know-how." Strengthened by the addition of Raymond, Boisset's California portfolio now combines a unique offering of two of the most prestigious fine wine regions in California, with Raymond in the Napa Valley complementing DeLoach Vineyards, a Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Zinfandel specialist in Sonoma County's Russian River Valley, as well as Lyeth Estates in Sonoma County. ABOUT RAYMOND VINEYARD Raymond Vineyard & Cellar is a family-operated winery with a rich heritage. The Raymond family's roots in the Napa Valley date back to 1870, when Jacob and Frederick Beringer arrived from Germany to found Beringer Brothers Winery. Five generations later, Craig and Krisi Raymond continue the family's grape-growing and winemaking legacy. Raymond Vineyard began in 1971 when Roy Sr., Roy Jr. and Walter Raymond decided it was time to put their own name on the label. The family purchased 90 acres in the Rutherford appellation of Napa Valley, planted grapes, and celebrated their first harvest in 1974. Today Raymond owns and operates over 200 acres of estate vineyards in the Napa Valley. www.raymondvineyards.com ABOUT BOISSET FAMILY ESTATES Boisset Family Estates is a family-owned producer and importer of fine wines based in Sausalito, California with roots in Burgundy, France. Founded by Jean-Claude Boisset in 1961, the company has a presence on six continents and in more than eighty countries, and is one of the world's leading producers of Pinot Noir. Each house in its family of wineries has a unique history, identity, and style, yet all are united in the pursuit of superior quality. Simultaneously, Boisset is an innovative leader in the wine world, seeking to reduce the environmental impact of wine packaging and production and protect the long-term sustainability of winegrowing. This approach has helped Boisset to build a diverse and balanced portfolio that provides wines for every moment, mode of consumption, and occasion. # # #

DeLoach Vineyards Rolls out Barrel-To-Barrel Wine Service at The Fairmont San Francisco Pioneering Russian River winery creates elegant 10-liter barrel to provide an authentic and eco-conscious wine tasting experience [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="280" caption="Video Release"][/caption] Russian River, CA, July 16, 2009 – DeLoach Vineyards, a pioneering Russian River Valley producer of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Zinfandel, is revolutionizing wine-by-the-glass service at premier hotels and restaurants with the introduction of its “Barrel-to-Barrel” wine program. A leader in sustainable winery practices and organic and biodynamic farming, DeLoach now offers a convenient and elegant 10-liter barrel that ensures ease-of service, improved quality of every by-the-glass pour, and reduced waste and carbon footprint ­­- creating a truly new “Cellar to Glass” experience. “We are honored to be able to create a revolutionary and unique offering for our hotel and restaurant partners that is sophisticated, refined, historical, luxurious and intriguing for their customers while also providing the lowest by-the-glass carbon footprint,” shares Jean-Charles Boisset, President of Boisset Family Estates and DeLoach Vineyards. “The barrel-to-barrel offers a one-of-a-kind experience to all consumers representing the closest to an actual barrel tasting in a cellar. Lightly-fined and filtered, the barrel-to-barrel Pinot Noir is intense, rich, delicate and continues our philosophy of sustainability all the way to the glass.” DeLoach Vineyards, with its heritage as one of the original producers of Pinot Noir in the Russian River Valley since first planting it in 1973 and now with its innovative Barrel-to-Barrel Pinot Noir offerings, is well-positioned to be a leading partner to the on-premise as Pinot Noir continues its growth. As Wine & Spirits Magazine noted in its 2009 restaurant issue, Pinot Noir surpassed Cabernet Sauvignon for the first time as the most popular variety in America’s restaurants. DELOACH & FAIRMONT SHARE COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPECTFUL BUSINESS PRACTICES DeLoach is proud to have partnered with The Fairmont San Francisco, under the guidance of Director of Food and Beverage Todd Nagle, to develop the Barrel-to-Barrel program in order to provide an authentic winery experience at the hotel while also reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional wine packaging. “I first approached the Fairmont San Francisco because I knew the hotel creates exceptional experiences for its guests while being fully committed to the environment. They are a natural partner due to our shared beliefs,” notes Boisset. Through the decades, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has cultivated a tradition of environmental stewardship. Several of Fairmont’s Canadian resorts,are actually located in national parks. They were built to enable visitors to experience the natural wonders of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and their success is founded on a harmonious and nurturing partnership with the surrounding environment. Quite naturally, these resorts developed standard operating procedures designed to protect the national parks in which they reside and, today, these practices are recognized as the gold standard in environmental conservation. In 1990, Fairmont’s Canadian hotels pioneered The Fairmont Green Partnership, literally writing the book on sustainable best practices in the lodging industry. “Our mission at The Fairmont San Francisco is to bring the Wine Country experience to our guests. Together with DeLoach, we feel we’ve found an authentic means of presenting wines in a way that connects our guests directly to the winery,” said Nagle. “The barrel provides a visual icon that sets the expectation of the wine cellar experience for our guests, while for us, the benefits are clear: the convenient 10L eco-bag guarantees that every glass we pour is as fresh as if we’d just opened the bottle with no concern of possible tainted corks, and it offers added convenience in the ease of handling of the 10L eco-bags and the reduced storage space required.” BARREL TO BARREL DELIVERS EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS FOR ITS RESTAURANT AND HOTEL PARTNERS The Barrel-to-Barrel program delivers DeLoach’s award-winning California Pinot Noir in an attractive wooden barrel for a “Cellar to Glass” tasting experience. Each barrel holds 10 Liters of Pinot Noir, lightly fined and lightly filtered, for a direct from-the-winery connection. DeLoach plans to offer a range of Pinot Noirs, from its California appellation to Sonoma Coast and Russian River Valley offerings to a highly-allocated selection of single vineyard wines that encourage exploration and discovery of California’s best terroir. Every glass is easily poured from an elegant spout located at the front of the barrel, ensuring graceful service of remarkably fresh wine. The wine arrives in 10L eco-bags for the price of a typical 9L case, offering the value of an extra liter of wine – up to seven more glasses – for the same cost. The bags protect the wine from oxidation for a minimum of six-eight weeks from the moment they are opened, take up minimal space in the restaurant, are easy to store, and recyclable. Made from a 100% recyclable material and housed in an equally recyclable outer box, the eco-bag fits inside the barrel and holds the equivalent of 67 glasses at a five-ounce pour, or more than 13 standard bottles of wine. Every time a restaurant re-orders the wine, they receive just the eco-bag containing wine, dramatically reducing the amount and weight of packaging being shipped to each location. In this way, DeLoach and its partners significantly reduce their carbon footprint by effectively eliminating the vast majority of the packaging, which is shipped from production to consumption and ultimately to the waste stream. While typical 3L bag-in-box wines are estimated to reduce the carbon footprint 55 percent compared to traditional 750ml bottles, the DeLoach eco-bag improves that even further as it transports 10 liters with an equivalent amount of packaging. Further, DeLoach offers the 10L of wine for the same cost as 9L cases of its comparable Pinot Noirs, enhancing the profitability of by-the-glass wine programs for every account as they receive one extra liter of wine, equivalent to an additional 1 1/3 bottles, for free. For by-the-glass accounts, this equals approximately 7 additional glasses of profit above the profit available on a 9L case. “In addition to its convenience, appearance and ecological benefits,the DeLoach Barrel to Barrel delivers exceptional profitability advantages to our partners,” says Boisset. DeLoach Vineyards is part of the family-owned Boisset Family Estates, recognized internationally for its green innovations in the wine world, including its French rabbit wines in Tetra Pak cartons, the first wines launched in North America in lightweight, recyclable PET plastic bottles (Fog Mountain - the first California wine in a 1L PET bottle, Yellow Jersey, Louis Bernard Bonus Passus, and its Mommessin and Bouchard Aine Beaujolais Nouveau in PET bottles), and finally, its Mommessin Beaujolais Grande Reserve in an aluminum bottle with a thermo-sensitive “chill me” dot. Jean-Charles Boisset was awarded the Innovator of the Year in 2009 by the Wine Enthusiast for his company’s efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of wine packaging, and . The DeLoach Barrel-to-Barrel program is Boisset’s first innovation tailored specifically for the on-premise market. ABOUT DELOACH VINEYARDS DeLoach Vineyards has been making terroir-driven wines in the Russian River Valley since 1975 and is a pioneer in Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Zinfandel. In late 2003, Boisset Family Estates, the U.S. importer for family-owned Boisset, La Famille des Grands Vins, purchased DeLoach Vineyards, citing the Russian River Valley as California’s most expressive terroir for cultivating Burgundian varietals. With roots in the heart of Burgundy, Boisset is one of France’s leading producers of Pinot Noir. Since its purchase, DeLoach has focused on dramatically improving quality, expanding its single-vineyards program for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Zinfandel, and has converted its estate vineyards to a rigorous organic and biodynamic regiment, receiving CCOF Organic Certification in 2008. DeLoach has adopted green practices throughout the winery, using an innovative membrane bio-reactor to purify all water from wine-making to be re-used in vineyards, and purchases 100% of its energy from renewable sources (eliminating 314 metric tons of CO2 -the equivalent of 57 passenger vehicles for 1 year). Located at 1791 Olivet Road in Santa Rosa, the DeLoach Vineyards tasting room and organic garden are open to the public daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.deloachvineyards.com. MEDIA CONTACT: For interviews and photo requests, please contact Kendall Johnson, Charles Communications Associates, 415-701-9463, kendall@charlescomm.com DeLoach Barrel-to-Barrel Program Quick Facts The Wines * 100% Pinot Noir * Lightly fined and lightly filtered for a true cellar experience * Available exclusively on-premise * Served from a 10L eco-bag inside the barrel that eliminates oxidation * Presented on-premise in an elegant natural wood barrel Barrel-to-Barrel Benefits * Unique “cellar to glass” service for the customer * Authentic wine country experience on-premise * Reduced packaging: 1 68 gram bag versus 13 bottles weighing in excess of 550 grams each. * 10 L versus a typical 9 L case for an extra liter of wine free * Less on-premise storage space required * Less packaging means less weight to transport, less energy to produce and transport, and a dramatically smaller carbon footprint * No waste from breakage or unfinished bottles * No risk of cork taint ###

DIAM Announces US Market Advance Napa, CA - July, 2009. The technical cork closure DIAM has invested in a strategic program of activities in the US in order to grow volume sales in the closure market for wines. The objective of the ambitious program is to increase the profile of DIAM within the US trade and consumer wine media, build relationships with key industry influencers and drive closure debate. Moreover, DIAM is committed to engaging with winemakers, retailers and distributors to drive awareness of current issues and ensure all key stakeholders start to ‘think’ about the benefits of the closure options available. The programme will feature a series of integrated activities including market visits by key DIAM representatives, media and trade interviews, closure seminars and presentations with leading AVA’s, roundtable debates at key wine conferences, fairs and competitions in addition to further US-based research studies with a leading US University. DIAM is a technical cork, produced by the patented DIAMANT super-critical CO2 process, delivering a consistently neutral, TCA-free cork closure. Validated by several world-wide independent laboratories, the DIAMANT process uses super-critical CO2 to eradicate 2,4,6 – trichloroanisole (TCA) and 150 other compounds. Globally, DIAM is the leading technical cork closure with value sales of €57M in 2008, and enjoyed an 8.5 per cent increase in US market share in 2008. Commenting on the U.S. market advance, DIAM commercial director Dean Banister said: “DIAM, with its track record of success and acceptance in the influential UK and European markets, has an opportunity to increase its US market share by delivering a driven closure that is TCA-free, doesn’t scalp flavors, is consistent and offers winemakers varying levels of Oxygen Transmission Rates (OTR). The global trend within the closure market is to move away from poor quality and under performing natural and synthetic closures - we are firmly focused on driving the debate and delivering a real solution to the somewhat neglected US market,” states Banister. Globally, there are over 1800 wineries and distributors using DIAM, including premium producers such as Louis Jadot, Hugel, Stonestreet, Freemark Abbey, Kunde, Bouchard, Moët & Chandon, Langtry and Kendall Jackson. In addition, UK retail giant Tesco has recently nominated DIAM as one of only three- permitted closure types for its vast own-label wine range. For more information on Diam technical corks, please visit http://www.diam-cork.com/. For images, background or interviews, please contact Kimberly Charles of Charles Communications Associates at 415 701 9463 or kcharles@charlescomm.com. # # #

Lander-Jenkins "Spirit Hawk" Wines Meet Market Demand for Sustainably Grown, Family-Owned Wines RUTHERFORD, CA, June 23, 2009 - Rutherford Wine Company, the multi-generation family owned and operated winery announces the launch of its Lander-Jenkins "Spirit Hawk" sustainably grown wines. Crafted by winemaker Steve Rued and his talented team, the 2008 Chardonnay and 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, both California appellation wines, are sourced from family and long-term grower vineyards in several prime growing regions in the state. The Cabernet Sauvignon is primarily sourced from Paso Robles and the Chardonnay from the cooler growing climate of Monterey as well as the Lodi AVA. Priced right at the sweet spot in wine retailing, these wines sell for $14 and are currently available in California, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware, Illinois, Washington, Arizona and Louisiana with plans to roll out nationally over the next year. 3,000 cases of each wine are available. The Lander-Jenkins' name is an homage to the winery owners' family heritage. The winery is located in the heart of the world class Rutherford district in Napa and both the estate and winery have been certified organic by the CCOF. The third generation, led by General Manager Morgan Zaninovich, is ushering the family wine business into a new and exciting period in its history. As a family that has always embraced an old world, low impact sustainable farming philosophy, there was no learning curve in the establishment of these wines. "It's interesting to see the sustainability movement take hold as if it were a new approach. It's been our approach for many generations," says General Manager Morgan Zaninovich. "We're really excited to deliver the Lander-Jenkins Spirit Hawk wines to the market, allowing a broad base of wine lovers to learn about and appreciate sustainably grown wines." Winemaker Steve Rued, who grew up in a winemaking family, has been with the winery since 2005. The wines in the Zaninovich family portfolio, Rutherford Ranch, Round Hill and Scott Family Estate, have received critical acclaim in the Wine Advocate, Restaurant Wine, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast and many top wine competitions. Most recently in the "Best of the Best" issue of the Quarterly Review of Wines, Rutherford Wine Company's wines garnered a significant percentage of the best value wines rated. In addition to broad market distribution, the Rutherford Wine Company wines can also be purchased online at www.rutherfordwine.com. For more press information and samples of Lander-Jenkins wines, please contact Kendall Johnson at Charles Communications Associates at 415 701 9463 or press@charlescomm.com. # # #

Charles Communications Signs Oeneo Closures USA and Crimson Wine Group San Francisco, CA June 2009… Charles Communications Associates, LLC., a leading national agency specializing in the wine, spirits, food & beverage categories, announces the addition of two new clients to its diverse portfolio of clients for 2009. Crimson Wine Group, which owns and operates a portfolio of top wineries including Pine Ridge Winery of Napa, CA, Archery Summit of Willamette Valley, OR and Chamisal Vineyards of Edna Valley, CA, and Oeneo Closures USA, producers of DIAM™ technical corks, have tapped Charles Communications Associates for their U.S. public relations efforts for its strategic insight, excellent contacts in media and trade with the ability to steer brands to the right media and consumer groups both online and off. “Oeneo Closures, USA with their superior corks that guarantee 100% satisfaction as a closure for wines of any level of ageability, has enjoyed great success in the U.K. with the marketplace in which retailers put the pressure back on wineries to guarantee no cork taint, is truly what both consumers and wineries have been looking for as a closure solution. Seventy percent of consumers still prefer a cork closure for their wines, and Oeneo satisfies that desire and saves wineries losses due to spoilage and offers consumers taint free wines,” says Charles Communications Associates President, Kimberly Charles. “Crimson Wine Group brings an amazing and diverse addition to the CCA portfolio with its wineries in Napa, Edna Valley and Oregon, all superior AVAs and established wineries that have enjoyed great acclaim and favor among trade and consumers. The portfolio excites us greatly and the winemaking teams at the three wineries are world class,” states Charles. About Crimson Wine Group The Crimson Wine Group owns and operates a portfolio of luxury wineries positioned in top tiers within the industry. Under the Crimson Wine Group umbrella are three distinct estate-based wineries, Pine Ridge Winery in Napa, California, Archery Summit in Willamette Valley, Oregon, and Chamisal Vineyards in Edna Valley, California, that reflect the unique characteristics of their appellations and are dedicated to handcrafted quality representing the best the region has to offer. About Oeneo Closures USA Oeneo Closures USA provides a secure closure with huge performance benefits, allowing clients to close their wines with confidence. By concentrating their efforts on two real threats to the wine industry, closure consistency and TCA, Oeneo Closures USA has been able to provide wineries with an award winning solution: The DIAM™ closure, a technological cork free of TCA taint. DIAM™ closures offer flexibility, consistency and security to the winemaker, providing the only complete range to suit all winemaking styles and market requirements. For more information about DIAM™ technical closures and the patented Diamant process for TCA extraction, please visit DIAM USA. About Charles Communications Associates, LLC. Charles Communications Associates, LLC, headquartered in San Francisco, CA is an independent creative marketing communications and public relations firm that helps local and global companies, organizations and non-profits create, build and launch a brand. Recognized as one of the most effective PR firms in the consumer products and wine industry, CCA is also known for success in the gourmet, natural and organic food and beverage categories, as well as for top shelf spirits and luxury products marketing. The CCA team infuses its work with enthusiasm, originality, and strategy to help clients thrive and grow. Current CCA client roster includes Boisset Family Estates, The Bubble Lounge, Brix Chocolate, Domaine Carneros, Mark West, Parallel Wines, and Volta Wines. For more information, please visit Charles Communications Associates, LLC. For press inquiries contact Kimberly Charles, Charles Communications Associates, LLC at Press@charlescomm.com or 415.701.9463 ###

Boisset Family Estates Launches “Fight Against Hunger” Campaign to Help Combat Hunger in the U.S. Unprecedented Need Highlighted as Inspiration for Family-Owned Winery to Provide a Minimum of 1.2 Million Meals through Sales of its Wines June 2009, San Francisco, CA … Boisset Family Estates and several of its portfolio of top quality wineries, including DeLoach Vineyards, Lyeth Estate, Oceana Estates Riesling, and French rabbit have once again decided to partner with the charity Feed The Children in Boisset’s “Fight Against Hunger” to help combat the sadly increasing problem of hunger in American families. From July through December 2009, every bottle of wine from these four wineries will supplement three meals for a family in need in the U.S. when purchased through a participating retailer, restaurateur, or hotelier. In 2007, 1 in 8 Americans struggled with hunger, including 1 in 6 children, according to the latest government statistics. As of March 2009, participation in the U.S. Government Food Stamp program has reached its highest levels ever . As Tony Sellars, Director of Communications at Feed The Children, says: “We have been around since 1979, and this is unprecedented in terms of need.” Given the current global economic situation, the issue of hunger is more keenly felt than ever and Jean-Charles Boisset, President of Boisset Family Estates, believes strongly that with the integral connection between wine and food, it is essential for his family’s company to contribute to a solution. “The wine world is deeply connected to the harvest, agriculture and food – great wines are complemented by great meals, and thus, as part of the world of food and wine, we find it genuinely troubling to tolerate the existence of hunger among our friends and neighbors,” says Boisset. “We know that now, more than ever, even families that have never thought to seek help before need assistance. That’s why Boisset Family Estates has committed to providing a minimum of 1.2 million meals to U.S. families in need through our partnership with Feed The Children.” Helping address issues of hunger in America has been an integral part of Boisset’s company mission since its previous partnership with Feed The Children, which resulted in more than 2.4 million meals provided to families in the US. “Feed the Children was an excellent partner in our initial campaign; they offered exceptional implementation and were one of the most action-oriented, dynamic organizations I have ever worked with,” says Boisset. Boissset chose to partner with Feed The Children for its excellent reputation, strong commitment to helping U.S. families in need, and its efficiency in delivering aid in communities in every corner of the U.S. The organization owns 55 trucks to deliver food directly to people in communities that need it the most. Feed The Children consistently ranks as one of the ten largest international charities in the United States, and 89% of its efforts are focused on helping U.S. families. Boisset’s retail, restaurant and hotel partners will feature special displays and promotions to publicize the winery’s initiative, culminating in the delivery of at least eight truckloads of food to selected communities-in-need in the fall of 2009. More about Boisset’s partners and the Fight Against Hunger can be found by visiting www.boissetfamilyestates.com/fightagainsthunger. About Boisset Family Estates Boisset Family Estates is an innovative, eco-minded, family-owned producer and importer of fine wines. Its goal is to express the qualities of its wines with an “art de vivre” and style that consistently honors provenance and enhances terroir, history, heritage and quality. The philosophy of uniting each wine with innovative packaging is a vision of sustainability and desire to provide wines for every moment, mode of consumption and occasion. With its roots in Burgundy, France, wineries on two continents and a U.S. office in California, Boisset is a leading producer of Pinot Noir and one of France’s top exporters of premium wines. For more information on the company and its wineries, please visit www.boissetfamilyestates.com. About Feed the Children Founded in 1979 by Larry and Frances Jones, Feed The Children is consistently ranked as one of the ten largest international charities in the U.S., based on private, non-government support. Feed The Children is a Christian, international, nonprofit relief organization with headquarters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, that delivers food, medicine, clothing and other necessities to individuals, children and families who lack these essentials due to famine, war, poverty or natural disasters. In FY 2007, Feed The Children distributed more than 135 million pounds of food and other essentials to children and their families in all 50 states and internationally, supplementing almost 800,000 meals each day. Since its founding, the organization has reached out to help those in need in 118 countries around the globe. For more information, please visit www.feedthechildren.org. For more information about Boisset Family Estates’ Fight Against Hunger campaign, or for images or interviews with Jean Charles Boisset, please contact Kimberly Charles at Charles Communications Associates kcharles@charlescomm.com or 415.701.9463. 1. USDA. Mark Nord, M. Andrews, S. Carlson. Household Food Security in the United States, 2007. www.ers.usda.gov/Briefing/FoodSecurity/; and feedingamerica.org/faces-of-hunger/hunger-101/hunger-and-poverty-statistics.aspx. 2. Food Research and Action Center News Digest, Issue #11, March 20, 2009 www.frac.org/digest/03.20.09.htm # # #

Boisset Family Estates Debuts Fog Mountain The First California Wine Launched in the US in a 1-Liter PET¹ Plastic Bottle SAUSALITO, CA, May 27th, 2009 – Boisset Family Estates announces the debut of Fog Mountain, the first California wine in a 1 liter PET bottle launched in the U.S. Fog Mountain builds upon Boisset’s global environmental commitment, which spans organic and biodynamic farming on its estates, to winery initiatives to use renewable energy and reduce water consumption, to an innovative portfolio of wines in alternative packaging that reduce the carbon footprint through a wine’s entire life cycle. Boisset has been the leader in introducing PET wine bottles to the US wine market, from its Louis Bernard Bonus Passus Côtes du Rhône – the first AOC wine in PET bottles – to the bold move to lead the wine world into shipping all of its 2008 Beaujolais Nouveau in PET bottles, reducing the weight, energy consumed in transit and production, and the carbon footprint of every case shipped. Boisset encouraged its wine world partners to follow its lead. In the June 24th, 2008 issue of The Economist, Boisset’s innovative, alternative packaging was covered, followed by Forbes coverage of Boisset’s first release in PET: “debunking the notion that good wines come only in glass bottles sealed with corks, French winemaker Boisset Family Estates is introducing into the U.S. a 750-milliliter polyethylene terephthalate [PET] bottle of wine called Yellow Jersey.” Fog Mountain is Boisset’s first California wine in innovative alternative packaging, and its first 1 liter PET bottle offering two more glasses than a traditional 750ml bottle. “We are excited to add Fog Mountain, and a California wine, to our leading portfolio of wines in innovative packaging,” says Jean-Charles Boisset, President of Boisset Family Estates. “In today’s time, we genuinely believe that it is vital for all of us to consider the environmental impact of our wines, and our entire supply chain, and to find solutions to reduce our carbon footprint while delivering the highest-quality, best value and most consumer benefits that we can. We believe Fog Mountain can be a part of that solution, and we’re thrilled at the leadership shown by Dan Hoffman and his team at Marriott International to embrace a bold initiative for the wine world.” #1 PET bottles are high quality, safe, and recyclable plastic bottles with zero impact on the wine quality. PET offers lightweight, 100% recyclable plastic bottles that have an estimated 60% lower carbon footprint than traditional wine bottles. PET has a meaningful life once recycled, becoming new PET bottles, fleece fabric, and more. In fact, 7 recycled Fog Mountain 1L wine bottles produce enough material to create 1 extra-large t-shirt. PET is, and always has been, BPA-free. Boisset’s bottle, produced in partnership with EnVino Bottles and bottled in conjunction with Bravo Bottling, features a unique oxygen barrier called MonOxbar™ that ensures the wine has a long shelf-life. The shatterproof bottle finished with a screwcap provides ease-of-use, safety, and convenience. Consumers also benefit from the added value of a 1L bottle, offering 33% more wine than a typical 750ml bottle. Boisset Family Estates is well-known as a dynamic pioneer for innovation and sustainability in the wine world with French rabbit wines in Tetra Pak cartons, Yellow Jersey and Louis Bernard’s Bonus Passus Côtes du Rhône AOC in 750ml PET bottles, and Mommessin Beaujolais Grande Reserve in 750ml aluminum bottles featuring the Cooldot™. Jean-Charles Boisset was recently named 2008’s “Innovator of the Year” by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. In June 2007 he was named to Decanter Magazine’s list of the Top 50 Power Brokers in the global wine industry, and in March 2008 he received the Meininger International Wine Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the publishers of Meininger’s Wine Business International. The Boisset Family Estates' Beaujolais Nouveau in PET won an AmeriStar Beverage Package Award – the only wine package recognized in the 2008 competition. Fog Mountain is 100% Merlot sourced from prime growing areas throughout California. The wine features a dark ruby color with aromas of raspberry jam. Mouth-filling black cherry, dusty chocolate, and blackberry flavors finish soft with ripe plum notes. Fog Mountain will be available nationwide at JW Marriott hotels and at fine wine retailers beginning in June 2009. About Boisset Family Estates Boisset Family Estates is a family-owned producer and importer of fine wine, with its origins in the world’s pre-eminent terroir for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Nuits-St.-Georges, France. Its goal is to express the qualities of its wines with an “art de vivre” and style that consistently honors provenance and enhances terroir, history, heritage, and quality. With its roots in Burgundy, France, Boisset is one of the world’s leading producers of Pinot Noir, from DeLoach Vineyards in California’s Russian River Valley to Domaine de la Vougeraie in Burgundy, and one of France’s top exporters of premium wines. For more information on the company and its wineries, please visit www.boissetfamilyestates.com. Samples and images are available upon request. For more press information, wine samples or additional images, please contact: Kendall Johnson, Charles Communications Associates at kendall@charlescomm.com or (415) 701-9463; or Patrick Egan, Boisset Family Estates at patrick.egan@boisset.com or (415) 289-4520. ¹PET stands for “polyethylene terephthalate” and it is a thermoplastic polymer resin used in packaging applications. Lightweight and safe (BPA-free – now and always), PET weighs 90% less than traditional bottles, and conserves fuel, energy and greenhouse gases throughout its lifecycle, from production to transit to recycling. It is estimated to have a 50-60% smaller carbon footprint than a traditional bottle and is 100% recyclable. ###

Mark West Pinot Noir Launches National "Pinot for the People" Design Contest Graton, CA, May 4, 2009… In honor of May Day 2009, Mark West Pinot Noir celebrates everyday hard working people with the launch of “Pinot for the People - T-shirt for the People” – a national design contest open to wine enthusiasts, designers and creative minds alike. Participants are invited to submit their original (and witty!) designs for a special edition t-shirt to debut at the 2009 Pinot Days Wine Tasting Event in San Francisco, which attracts over 2500 wine enthusiasts each year. Mark West’s value driven, high quality Pinot Noir strives to offer the everyday wine drinker a quality wine without the price tag and pretentiousness that often accompanies this “high maintenance” grape. Mark West, known as the “Pinot for the People" - once again asks the consumer to be involved in their wine. The winning artist will receive a $500 reward and their design will be made into t-shirts worn by and distributed to wine enthusiasts throughout San Francisco and Wine Country. In addition to the award money, the design will be featured on Mark West’s website and shared with the design community at CrowdSpring.com, an online marketplace for creative services. Entrants are welcome to submit as many designs as they would like. The “Pinot for the People – T-shirt for the People” contest starts Monday, May 4th and ends on May 17th, 2009 at midnight. There is no purchase necessary to participate in this event.  All necessary information - including rules, where to enter, and background information is available online. Visit the Contest or for more information visit our website: www.markwestwines.com. The winning design will be chosen after May 18th by the Mark West judging panel and announced via our Facebook Fan Page on June 1st, 2009. We will send a follow up email announcing the winner the following week. About Mark West Pinot Noir Mark West specializes in producing great value California Pinot Noir with varietal integrity and quality.  Mark West’s Pinot Noir appeals to a wide range of wine drinkers who enjoy an affordable everyday Pinot Noir at home or by the glass in restaurants. Mark West is one of the top five best selling Pinot Noirs in the country and was selected as one of the "Most Popular Pinot Noirs" in the 20th Annual Restaurant Poll in Wine & Spirits Magazine in April 2009. The eco-friendly winery in Graton has been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency, granted an Energy Star Award and became an accredited Sonoma County Green Business in 2008. For more information on Mark West wines and the people behind them, contact Kendall Johnson, Charles Communications Associates, kendall@charlescomm.com or 415.701.9463. # # #

Pine Ridge Vineyards Appoints Michael Beaulac as Winemaker and General Manager Stag's Leap District, Napa Valley, CA - Michael Beaulac has been appointed Winemaker and General Manager at Pine Ridge Vineyards after a long and thorough search to find the successor to a winemaking history dating back to 1978 when the winery was founded.   Inheriting the role shaped by Stacy Clark for over 25 years, Beaulac will bring his expertise in winemaking with an emphasis on Bordeaux varietals from his eight years as winemaker at St. Supery Vineyards and Markham Vineyards prior to that. "Pine Ridge has a tremendous portfolio of outstanding wines that capture the essence of our exceptional estate vineyards, thanks to Stacy and her dedication over the last few decades," says President and CEO of the Crimson Wine Group, Erle Martin. "Stacy was instrumental in bringing the winery to where it is today, and we are excited to now have Michael on board to build off of our legacy and usher Pine Ridge into a new and exciting era." Since its founding, Pine Ridge Vineyards has been recognized and singled out for its excellent, expressive Cabernet Sauvignon from its 225 acres in five AVAs within the  Napa Valley http://www.pineridgewinery.com/Winery-Appelations-and-Vineyards. As a complement to the Cabernet Sauvignon and a testimony to the strength of its vineyards, the winery has also excelled in Chardonnay and other red Bordeaux varietal offerings, as well as the charming Chenin Blanc/Viognier blend. In his new role, Beaulac will be overseeing all grape growing and winemaking operations as well as facilities management at the winery, located on the famous Silverado Trail in the heart of the Stag's Leap district. "With the winery's exceptional reputation and collection of estate vineyards, this position is a winemaker's dream. I look forward to working with the seasoned team here to continue to produce classically proportioned wines that are the hallmark of Pine Ridge," says Beaulac. Pine Ridge Vineyards is one of the gems in the collection of the Crimson Wine Group, a leading high end wine portfolio representing diverse varietals and AVAs in some of the most renowned winegrowing regions in California and Oregon. The portfolio also includes Archery Summit, a pioneer winery in the Dundee Hills appellation of Oregon, whose first vintage was 1993 and is known as a premier producer of Pinot Noir from its 120 acres of vineyards, along with Chamisal Vineyards, 80 acres that were the first vineyard planted in the Edna Valley in 1973. For media inquiries and sample requests, please contact Kimberly Charles of Charles Communications Associates, press@charlescomm.com or 415/701-9463.

Oeneo Successfully Defends Super-Critical Challenge London, United Kingdom April 22, 2009... Oeneo, manufacturer of technical closure DIAM, has today (22nd April) successfully defended a challenge to its patented super-critical technology in the European Office of the Patent in München. The challenge was filed by cork producers against Oeneo and the government owned French Atomic Agency CEA, which jointly own the exclusive rights to the patented DIAM super-critical CO2 process. Objectors had challenged DIAM's rights to the super-critical technology. Commenting on the development, DIAM commercial director Dean Banister said: "This recent challenge is yet another positive validation of the Diamant process, and of the DIAM closure in itself, highlighting the inferior nature of other cork based closure solutions. As custodians of the Diamant process we are exploring opportunities to share the technology with selected industry partners. That said, of utmost importance to Oeneo is the integrity of the Diamant process - we need to ensure the technology is used in a responsible manner to continue to deliver efficient closure solutions to the global wine industry. The Diamant process, which has been scientifically proven to eradicate detectable levels of TCA and other undesirable compounds, has been used since 2003 to produce and sell nearly 800 million DIAM closures that are not only TCA free but also offer varying levels of Oxygen Transmission Rates (OTR) and a mechanical sealing guarantee of a minimum of two, five or ten years. About Oeneo Oeneo provides a secure closure with huge performance benefits, allowing their clients to close their wines with confidence. By concentrating their efforts on two real threats to the wine industry, closure consistency and TCA, Oeneo has been able to provide wineries with two winning solutions: DIAM, a technological cork free of TCA taint and the S-Cap, a screw cap closure, both with two levels of permeability. These closures offer flexibility, consistency and security to the winemaker, providing the only complete range to suit all winemaking styles and market requirements. For more information about Oeneo, please visit www.oeneo.co.uk. For more information about DIAM closure for wine and the DIAMANT process for TCA extraction, please visit www.diam-cork.com. ###

Mark West Pinot Noir Teams Up with Raley’s to Celebrate Earth Day The result: energy savings, water conservation and a garden of basil Graton, CA, April 15, 2009… Everyday at Mark West is Earth Day, where its winery’s energy and water conservation practices are built into the eco-conscious winemaking process. Although everyone has been touting their green report cards of late, Mark West has quietly focused more on producing an exceptional value Pinot Noir for under $15 than elaborating on the number of awards they’ve won for their energy and water conservation measures as well as greenhouse gas emissions reductions.  We, as their PR firm think that it’s something to talk about hence our release to you ☺ . This Earth Day however, the green initiatives are reaching beyond the winery practices and being embraced by Raley’s customers in stand-up displays throughout California for an Earth Day kick off promotion. Mark West has designed “plantable” coasters, which have been embedded with basil seeds and will be tied around the neck of bottles of Mark West Pinot Noir. When consumers are done using the coasters, they can be planted in soil and yield this most versatile of summer herbs. “Mark West’s Pinot Noir has always been about providing everyday wine drinkers with an affordable and enjoyable Pinot Noir. We are happy to be able to provide Raley’s customers with a fun way to enjoy Earth Day by reminding them that even at the value level, you can still find great, eco-friendly wine.” Says Ron Janowczyk, Vice President of Sales. “Raley’s commitment to sustainability, local producers and the environment made them a perfect partner to work with on this Earth Day special offering.” About Mark West Mark West specializes in producing great value California Pinot Noir with varietal integrity and quality.  Mark West’s Pinot Noir appeals to a wide range of wine drinkers who enjoy an affordable everyday Pinot Noir at home or by the glass in restaurants. Mark West is one of the top five best selling Pinot Noirs in the country and was selected as one of the "Most Popular Pinot Noirs" in the 20th Annual Restaurant Poll in Wine & Spirits Magazine in April 2009. The winery in Graton has been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency, granted an Energy Star Award and became an accredited Sonoma County Green Business in 2008. For more information on Mark West wines and the people behind them, contact Kendall Johnson, Charles Communications Associates, kendall@charlescomm.com or 415.701.9463. About Raley’s Raleys, a privately-owned supermarket chain based in West Sacramento, California, was founded by Tom Raley, who opened his first store in 1935. The company is committed to providing busy, health-conscientious families with convenient, high- quality foods at outstanding value. More information about Raleys and its green initiatives is available at www.raleys.com. ###

Charles Communications Signs DeLoach Vineyards of Boisset Family Estates San Francisco, CA April 2009... Charles Communications Associates, LLC. announces the addition of a new client to its diverse portfolio of wine brands for 2009. DeLoach Vineyards of Boisset Family Estates has tapped Charles Communications for their public relations efforts for its strategic insight and ability to steer brands to the right media and consumer groups both online and off. "Working with Boisset Family Estates for over a year has been a great synergy for Charles Communications Associates.  The long term philosophy supported by the parent company Boisset and expressed through the vision of Jean Charles Boisset for his exciting property and team at DeLoach is a natural fit for Charles Communications Associates," said Kimberly Charles, founder of the company, celebrating its sixth anniversary this coming May. "The conversion of the estate to biodynamic practices, the water conservation and environmental sensitivity coupled with an ongoing drive to innovate in green packaging is an arena in which we have great experience." About DeLoach Vineyards As a pioneering force in Pinot Noir winegrowing in Sonoma County, DeLoach Vineyards has been experimenting with and perfecting the various combinations of soil, rootstock and clones for over three decades. In 2004 the Boisset Family brought their eco-friendly and biodynamic approach to sustainable winemaking to DeLoach Vineyards; showing their dedication to the environment, the Boisset Family Estates tore up award-winning vineyards after the 2004 vintage and replanted with cover crops designed to revitalize the soil. New vines were planted in 2006, and the first vintage grown with biodynamic farming techniques will be the eagerly-awaited 2010 vintage. In the meantime, the DeLoach Vineyards continue to produce world-class wine by partnering with winegrowers who are equally dedicated to and passionate about eco-friendly farming practices and the production of high-quality wines. For more information about DeLoach Vineyards, please visit www.deloachvineyards.com. About Charles Communications Associates, LLC. Charles Communications Associates, LLC, headquartered in San Francisco, CA is an independent creative marketing communications and public relations firm that helps local and global companies, organizations and non-profits create, build and launch a brand. Recognized as one of the most effective PR firms in the consumer products and wine industry, CCA is also known for success in the gourmet, natural and organic food and beverage categories, as well as for top shelf spirits and luxury products marketing. The CCA team infuses its work with enthusiasm, originality, and strategy to help clients thrive and grow. Current CCA client roster includes Boisset Family Estates, The Bubble Lounge, Brix Chocolate, DIAM USA, Domaine Carneros, Mark West, Parallel Wines, and Volta Wines. For more information about Charles Communications, please visit www.charlescomm.com For press inquiries contact Kimberly Charles, Charles Communications Associates, LLC at kcharles@charlescomm.com or 415.701.9463 www.charlescomm.com. ###

Carneros Bistro & Wine Celebrates Earth Day 2009 with an Earth, Wind & Fire Dinner Italian Inspired $29 Sunday Suppers Also Officially Launch March 2009 - Sonoma, CA - Earth Day has been celebrated by conservationists for almost four decades, but in the recent years Earth Day has been celebrated by an increasing amount of people all over the world. Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar in Sonoma is hosting a pre-Earth Day celebration with a second themed dinner of 2009: Earth, Wind & Fire. Dueling winemakers Jeff Stewart of Buena Vista Carneros and Darren Procsal of Atlas Peak Winery will join Chef, Janine Falvo, and Sommelier, Chris Sawyer for the six-course meal. The four will be broadcast on wireless microphones to give guests a glimpse into the inner working of the kitchen, and each will represent the elements of the dinner: Janine as the fire, Chris the water, and the Winemakers as the Earth. The "Wind" course will consist of a Pasta Carbonara paired with a Buena Vista Carneros 2005 Ramal Vineyard Chardonnay, a tribute to thelegendary Carneros winds and the characteristic Chardonnays of the region. "Earth" is comprised of two courses: Janine's signature PorkSphere, paired with Buena Vista Carneros 2005 Ramal Vineyard Pinot Noir, and Wagyu American Kobe Ribeye, paired with Atlas Peak 2004 Napa Valley Claret. Janine brings "Fire" to the menu every day via the wood-fired oven, but for this occasion she will prepare Venison, Spice-Wrapped with Pancetta and Swiss Chard. The last course is the exception: "Heaven", a Crispy Chocolate Mousse paired with the Buena Vista Carneros Syrah Port. The cost of the six course meal will be $95 per person which includes wine pairings. The dinner will be held on Sunday, April 19th at 2pm in Sonoma. Chef Janine's Sunday Suppers Chef Janine also recently debuted "Sunday Suppers", a three-course prix fixe dinner offered on Sunday evenings with menus that reflect Janine's Italian heritage and feature her favorite comfort foods. The first course will consist of everything between Arranciato (Rice Balls) to Italian Wedding Soup, a soup with pastina, spinach, tiny meatballs, and romano cheese. Pasta Ceci, a pasta with chickpeas and Pasta Fagiole among other favorites comprise the pasta course offerings. Finally, the entrees will range from Rabbit Bolognese to Steak Pizziola, and will be followed by a dessert course, perhaps Pistachio Gelato or Strufoli, an Italian honey cookie. Sunday Suppers are inspired by Janine's traditional Italian upbringing. Janine's talents as a chef were born in her parents' kitchen, where they made their own sausage in the winter, wine in the fall, and canned their own tomatoes every summer.  Sunday Suppers will be held every Sunday at Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar from 5:30-9:00pm. The meal consists of an appetizer, entrée, and dessert and costs $29 per person. Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar, located at The Lodge at Sonoma has celebrated the best of local ingredients since opening its doors in 2001. The restaurant was named one of the Top 50 in the Bay Area by San Francisco Magazine. Guests love the sumptuous organic garden adjacent to the restaurant where Chef Falvo selects ingredients for her seasonal, local menus. For media information, please contact Janice Javier at Janice@charlescomm.com or Leith Steel at Leith@andrewfreemanandco.com. For reservations information about Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar please visit the www.carnerosbistro.com or call 707 931 2042.

Keep Your Wedding Green with Sparkling Wine from Domaine Carneros, the First Certified Organic Sparkling Vineyard in the United States San Francisco, CA March 2009 - From all the organic eats and drinks being offered at restaurants, grocery stores and your local farmers markets, making healthier and environmentally conscious food and beverage choices is more of a priority than ever. So why not toast your special day in a green way? From the beginning of the property's evolution over 20 years ago, the Domaine Carneros vineyard was farmed sustainably and the move towards 100% organic farming seemed like a logical and necessary progression. In April 2008, Domaine Carneros was certified organic under the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF), which gave the winery the distinction of being the first certified organic sparkling winery in the United States. By serving Domaine Carneros at your wedding, not only will you be serving one of the finest wines from California but also supporting a company whose goals include protecting the earth and its resources. "We've always taken an active role to preserve the health of the land," says Eileen Crane, CEO and Winemaker of Domaine Carneros. "Our first commitment is to produce the best wines and we believe that you achieve this through healthy vines, becoming organic was a natural evolution for us from the start." Domaine Carneros sparkling wines, all grown from organically farmed grapes, are offered at various price points to meet the needs of betrothed couples. The 2005 Domaine Carneros Brut Vintage, rated 92 points by Wine Spectator, is priced at $26 per bottle, while the Cuvée de la Pompadour Brut Rosé is offered at $36 per bottle. For a luxurious splurge, the 2002 Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs can be purchased at $85 per bottle.  The search for green beverages does not have to end with sparkling wine at Domaine Carneros, they also offer the Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir, which is priced at $32 per bottle. Domaine Carneros has garnered much press and acclaim not only for their high quality sparkling wines and pinot noirs but also for their commendable green practices. Here are some recent highlights: December 2008: San Francisco Chronicle, SF Gate, "Top 100 Wines 2008" September 2008: National Geographic Traveler, Intelligent Travel (Blog), "Napa Valley Nostalgia" May 2008: Sprig.com, Ask the Expert, "Eileen Crane" Selecting Domaine Carneros as your sparking wine of choice is not the only way to green your wedding.  Always keep in mind that the key to an eco- and style- conscious wedding is to simplify, reduce, and reuse. One way to reduce your carbon footprint is to send wedding invites on recycled paper. Opt for 100% post consumer waste recycled invitations that are processed without chlorine. Additionally, encourage your guests to recycle their invitations, or have seeds embedded in the paper so that the guests can plant their invitations afterwards. How about a caterer who only uses locally grown organic foods? The quality of the produce is more likely to be better than that of more institutional offering. Another great idea is to donate any extra food to local charities or homeless shelters.  Local charities will be more than glad to come pick up any extras at the end of the reception meaning the only work you have to do is give them a  heads up call. Supporting local farmers and companies with philosophies you agree with is always a great idea and a momentous occasion such as your wedding should be no exception. For more information, please visit www.domainecarneros.com or contact Andrew Cha of Charles Communications Associates, LLC at Andrew@charlescomm.com or 415 701 9463 www.charlescomm.com. ###

IT WAS and IT IS, CHAMISAL VINEYARDS Heritage and Quality Beckons Chamisal Vineyards to its Original Moniker SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA (February 23, 2009) The historic Chamisal property was the first vineyard planted in the Edna Valley in 1973, and promptly drew acclaim for outstanding wines.  “The legacy and longstanding quality of the property inspired us to turn the clock back to its original namesake, Chamisal Vineyards,” said Erle Martin, President & Chief Executive Officer, Crimson Wine Group. Known as Domaine Alfred from 1996 to 2008, the Crimson Wine Group announced the purchase of the legendary vineyard in August, 2008.  Day-to-day management of the winery continues to rest with the local team. “The vineyard has been consistently producing outstanding wines under the guidance of winemaker Fintan du Fresne and we are committed to guarding the distinction of the winery,” said Martin. Much of the 80-acre vineyard was replanted in the early 90s under the previous owner, with a focus on high density spacing and a diverse clonal selection.  The property is planted mainly to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, as well as some Syrah, Grenache and Pinot Gris, showcasing 29 different clones of these varieties. “Everything we do in the vineyard and in our winemaking is about showcasing this special place, and we are pleased to honor its heritage by once again calling it Chamisal Vineyards,” said winemaker Fintan du Fresne. The announcement was made as the winery gets ready to launch its newest releases under the  Chamisal label.  Chamisal Vineyards will continue their focus on the production of high end Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the estate, with the core priced from $24 to $60 a bottle. About Crimson Wine Group The Crimson Wine Group is a leading high end wine portfolio, representing diverse varietals and appellations in some of the best wine growing regions in the U.S.  It is currently comprised of Chamisal Vineyards, located in the Edna Valley, Pine Ridge Vineyards, located in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley; and Archery Summit Winery, situated in the Dundee Hills of Oregon. For More Information, Please Contact Kendall Johnson, Charles Communications Associates at 415-701-9463, or kendall@charlescomm.com XXX